The Silver Anniversary Award annually recognizes six distinguished former student-athletes on the 25th anniversary of the conclusion of their college athletics careers. The award is based on collegiate and professional accomplishments, as well as contributions to professional organizations and charitable and civic activities.

Elam is the third UH student-athlete to be recognized in the last decade. The other UH recipients are former UH swimmer Maureen O’Toole (2010) and former Rainbow Wahine volleyball and basketball player Deitre Collins (2009).

Jason Elam was seated with us at our table during a University of Hawaii fundraiser kickoff dinner. He was just starting his senior year but his courtesy toward us strangers made us instant Jason Elam fans, and we enjoyed watching him play throughout his career, even if we were ’49er Faithful. Very happy for him. Congratulations, Jason!